Italy to grant extra electricity bill discount for low‑medium income families from 2026

A new measure in Italy’s Energy Decree 2026 will allow electricity suppliers to offer an additional discount of up to about €60 per year to domestic customers whose ISEE does not exceed €25,000. The aid targets families that do not qualify for the existing social bonus but still struggle with energy costs. Participation is voluntary for suppliers; those that opt‑in must apply the discount to all eligible customers, while non‑participating firms will not provide the benefit.

The decree, implemented through ARERA decision 238/2026/R/eel, sets eligibility criteria that also include active residential supply, no existing social bonus, and consumption limits (under 500 kWh in the reference bimonthly period and under 3,000 kWh over the previous year). The discount will be calculated on the PE component of the tariff, translating to roughly €18 for 150 kWh, €36 for 300 kWh, and up to €60 for higher usage. By August 2026 the scheme is expected to start, with a list of participating providers—such as A2A, Edison, Enel, Hera, Iren and others—published by ARERA in September. Families do not need to apply; eligibility will be verified automatically via data exchanges between INPS, ARERA and the single buyer.